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Tempe, Arizona, Usa

Management of customer programs related to the development of, e.g., electronic circuits, components, and image sensors.

Phoenix Metropolitan Area, Arizona, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Supported GSMA North Americas regional member organizations in the adoption, design, development, and deployment of GSMA specifications and programs in contractor’s capacity.Contributed to Private Networks whitepaper of the North America Network Group (NANG) in editor’s role, and supported in the production of the cellular-connected UAV whitepaper of the North America Vertical Application Taskforce.Supported in the publication of the cellular-connected UAV radio interface test report of the GSMA Foundry.Supported the GSMA Technology team in SME’s role researching regulatory and technical topics of interest such as wind load limits for the antenna towers.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Identified priority products and services for Syniverse Carrier and Enterprise business units and formulated a strategic plan for the company's participation in and contribution to standards groups, ensuring focused product development.Engaged in selected working groups of GSMA, OnGo Alliance, and CAMARA, contributing to the development of private networks, carrier community's APIs, Operator Platform Edge federation, ID, and 5G roaming.Aligned standardization and industry forum activities with internal product teams.Served as editor of GSMA North America Network Group's whitepaper initiative on cellular private networks.Contributed to whitepapers of OnGo Alliance on private network roaming and geo-fencing, aligning with the company.Presented industry updates at member meetings and Deployment and Operational WG of the OnGo Alliance.Contributed to Wiley books on industrial 5G applications and Open RAN.Collaborated on a peer-reviewed research study about techno-economic aspects of private networks and presented the outcome at the IARIA AICT 23 conference in France.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Coordinated GSMA Network Slicing (NETSLIC) and North America Vertical Application (NAVA) Taskforces.Conducted 5G Capacity Building courses for regulators, policy makers, and ITU, as the lead trainer.Demonstrated expertise in technologies, including VoLTE, RCS, 5G, security, Open RAN, and energy optimization.Proposed and contributed to a network verification service complementing STIR/SHAKEN for unwanted robocalls.Authored a GSMA whitepaper on unwanted robocalls.Actively participated in ITU-T SG13 meetings on 6G visions and NET-2030 6G Architecture Framework as contributor.Represented GSMA at the 5G!DRONES Advisory Group (under H2020-ICT 19-2019).Presented technological topics at various public forums and GSMA NA Regional Interest Group.Authored technical 5G books based on Rel-15/16.

Greater Atlanta Area

Assisted operator members with the adoption, design, development, and deployment of GSMA specifications and programmes. Trainer of the 5G - The Path to the Next Generation courses of the GSMA Capacity Building Program.

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Analyzed mobile security technologies, trends, and requirements to align roadmaps with MNOs and MVNOs.Conducted investigations on wireless technologies and assessed impacts of 5G on SIM and eSIM/eUICC/iUICC.Provided technical customer interfacing with Verizon and contributed to G+D partner activities.Delivered lectures to AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon, Bell, and América Móvil.Authored white papers, training materials, and guidelines, including the MVNO onboarding handbook on SIM profile.Facilitated internal competence transfer on SIM and 3GPP networks.Enhanced innovation funneling to promote internal IPR.Mentored 2 technical trainees and coordinated the design team for the G+D smart city security demo at GSMA MWC'18 Barcelona.Speaker at Verizon Test Fest events in New Jersey, USA, and Tech Mahindra conference in Mexico City.

Finland / Spain

Principal author, editor, and contributor team lead for two Wiley publication projects:“The Telecommunications Handbook: Engineering Guidelines for Fixed, Mobile and Satellite Systems”. ISBN 978-1-119-94488-1. 1008 pages, published 2015. This handbook and reference provides a complete understanding of the telecommunications field supported by descriptions and examples.“The LTE-Advanced Deployment Handbook: The Planning Guidelines for the Fourth Generation Networks”. ISBN 978-1-118-48480-7. 592 pages, published 2016. The book provides an introductory description of 4G for beginners as well as practical guidelines for telecom specialists.

California, United States

Assessed and prioritized American MNO requirements for Windows Phones product management.Acted as the interface to Verizon, selected Latin American MNOs, Microsoft, and Nokia Technology Innovation group.Analyzed American RF band plans for product development and identified marketable and leading technology features.Proposed and executed a mobile device performance test project.Delivered various presentations.

Madrid Area, Spain

Served as a technical customer interface, ensuring seamless communication between clients and the organization.Coordinated 2G research projects in collaboration with Vodafone and NSN Innovation Center (NICE), resulting in six peer-reviewed, scientific publications related to field and lab measurements and radio performance simulations of GSM Orthogonal Sub Channel and DL Dual Carrier.Successfully proposed and executed projects that aligned roadmaps and contributed to the company's strategic objectives.Played an instrumental role in planning mobile core network architectures for European MNOs, including the implementation of fixed IMS voice service fault reporting for Orange Spain.Coordinated and presented advanced GSM voice service demo with Vodafone at MWC'10.Awarded TOGAF8 certificate, demonstrating expertise in enterprise architecture methodology.

Mexico City, Mexico

Led as UMTS pilot technical lead in partnership with Telefónica Mexico, ensuring successful deployment and smooth operation of UMTS lab services.Served as a subject matter expert (SME) in DVB-H trials with Cablevision Mexico and AT&T USA, contributing to the advancement of digital TV research and technology.Provided comprehensive sales support, training, and consultancy to Telefónica Mexico/Panama and Telcel Mexico related to enhanced network capabilities and services.Participated in the European Commission 6th Framework Programme evaluation of digital TV research proposals, contributing to the shaping of future technological developments.Coordinated and executed DVB-H trial radio network planning activities, optimizing the proof-of-concept network infrastructure for enhanced coverage and performance.

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Led a team of experts and served as a subject matter expert for Multimedia Broadcast/Multicast Service (MBMS), 2G (GSM), 3G (UMTS), and mobile TV (DVB-H) radio network studies and field measurements.Acted as the DVB-H Technical Module standardization delegate (FinPilot and ETSI) and the 3GPP RAN delegate, contributing to the standardization and advancement of mobile communication technologies.Supported in the successful acquisition of UMTS license for Xfera Móviles in Spain, facilitating UMTS radio measurements and participating in UMTS network planning, rollout strategies, and vendor selection.Oversaw GPRS radio network planning and optimization research to improve network efficiency and performance.

Spain / Finland

Founded and managed a successful self-employed ICT consultancy, specializing in telecom evaluation projects for international organizations such as IADB (Nicaragua) and UNDP (Honduras).Designed and delivered customized telecom courses across Europe, catering to mobile network operators and equipment manufacturers.Oversaw the evaluation of Finnish Railway GSM-R deployment offers, ensuring the implementation of robust and reliable communication systems.Led the design and development of the Finnish government's telecom training for citizens, known as the mobile communication skills driving license program.

Madrid Area, Spain

Provided technical expertise for vendor offer evaluation and 3G network deployment planning, ensuring the successful implementation of cutting-edge technologies.Contributed to the development of guidelines for 3G radio network deployment, optimizing network performance.Coordinated and managed internal seminars and training sessions, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.Delivered compelling internal and external presentations on technical topics, effectively communicating complex information to diverse audiences.Served as a subject matter expert for 3G handsets, GPRS, and UMTS radio research, contributing to advancements in mobile communication technologies.

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Supported in the acquisition of UMTS license for Xfera Móviles in Spain, successfully completing UMTS radio measurements and contributing to network planning and rollout strategies.Conducted extensive research, planning, deployment, and optimization of 1G, 2G, and 3G networks in Finland, ensuring optimal network performance and coverage.Oversaw GPRS radio network planning and optimization, leading to the development of new assessment methodology and improved network efficiency.Served as a subject matter expert and team lead for mobile network performance analysis, identifying and resolving network performance issues.Represented Sonera as a delegate for national ITU WRC preparedness at the Finnish spectrum regulator FICORA, contributing to international spectrum management and allocation.

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland

Measurements, planning and optimization of 1G (NMT) and 2G (GSM, DECT) radio interface.Cellular core network design. Investigation of early GPS field performance as a part of mobile network test equipment.M.Sc. (E.E.) thesis on the RF quality variations of NMT handsets.

Doctor Of Science In Technology, Telecommunications, Doctor Of Science In Technology

Activities and Societies: Alumni (http://www.aalto.fi/fi/for/alumni/)Dissertation titled "The Planning and Optimisation of DVB-H Radio.

Lic.Sc. (Tech.), Telecommunications, Licentiate Of Science In Technology (Post-Grad.)

Activities and Societies: Amateur Radio club

M.Sc. (E.E.), Telecommunications, Electronics, Diplomi-Insinoori (M.Sc)

Activities and Societies: Polyteknikkojen radiokerho (oh2ti)

Secondary School Graduate